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Energetic

//ˌɛnɚˈd͡ʒɛtɪk// adj, noun

Definitions

Adjective

1
Possessing or pertaining to energy.
"Cosmic rays are energetic particles from outer space."
2
Characterised by force or vigour; full of energy; lively, vigorous, furious.
"Those kids are so energetic: they want to run around playing all day."
3
Having powerful effects; efficacious, potent. obsolete
"At these energetic sounds, the sun hid himself beneath a gloomy cloud; and the waters of two little lakes, that were naturally clearer than crystal, became of a colour like blood."
4
Of or relating to certain Arabic verb forms that emphasize or intensify the meaning.

Adjective

1
possessing or exerting or displaying energy wordnet
2
working hard to promote an enterprise wordnet

Noun

1
Any material used for its release of energy, either as an explosive, propellant, or for pyrotechnic effects. in-plural
"Unfortunately, conventional nanoporous energetics can have poor long-term storage stability, and can be dangerously unstable, severely limiting their usefulness."

Etymology

Etymology 1

From New Latin energeticus (16th c.), or its source, Ancient Greek ἐνεργητικός (energētikós), from ἐνεργέω (energéō, “to be active”), from ἐνεργός (energós, “active”). By surface analysis, energy + -etic.

Etymology 2

Possibly from a clipping of energetic materials.

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